Dinner and a Movie, the Right Way

The Music Box has a new lounge. Get there.

12 February 2015

Chicago’s favorite indie movie theatre just got a facelift right in time for the Oscars. What you need to do: check the calendar. See what’s what. Then prepare yourself for some old school romancin’ (i.e. dinner and a movie). Here’s your game plan.

Step One: New Duds

Gear up for your evening out with a quick pop-in to Boga’s newly minted West Loop retail shop. It being winter and all, exercise your right to layer. Contrast is key here. Simple Stone Twill button-up. Match it up with tailored vest in navy and throw a grey blazer on top. Classy and casual.

Step Two: Wood-Fired Pizza

Pizza. Wine. Ceres' Table is the place. Relaxed neighborhood setting just a quick cab ride away from the Music Box. Chef Giuseppe Scurato plates up a canon of delicious shared plates (enjoy the menu), but his reputation in Lakeview is built on the char of his pizza. The crust: puffy, thin, slightly crisp. Order the prosciutto di Parma and arugula. Add egg. Win at dinner.